This handbook provides detailed commentaries on the nonstructural provisions of the IBC, tracing the historical background and rationale of code provisions. It also contains more than 400 drawings and figures to clarify the application and intent of code provisions. This handbook includes administrative, fire- and life-safety and inspection components, addressing in detail: means of egress, occupancy classification, fire sprinklers and fire-resistant construction, administrative, adopted standards, accessibility and smoke control requirements contained in the IBC. CD-ROM included.